Author: Gaurav Gaur MARN-1680615

Starting from a single room in 2016, University of Melbourne alumnus Gaurav Gaur envisioned building a premier migration service. Today, as SSCS director with almost 10 years of experience, he oversees thriving branches in Melbourne and Fiji. Licensed in 2016, Gaurav specializes in diverse visa categories, including skilled, partner, student, family, and employer-sponsored. His dedication to personalized guidance empowers clients to navigate complex immigration procedures smoothly. Gaurav's commitment to integrity and client success has established SSCS as a trusted agency, turning Australian dreams into reality

The Essential Guide to 186 Visa Requirements and Eligibility

Understanding the requirements of a 186 visa well in advance of your desired Australian permanent residency, via your employer, can potentially save weeks of going back and forward (and a great deal of angst!). At Stepping Stones Career Solutions, we have found that the vast majority of hold-ups occur when the wrong stream is chosen, […]

485 Visa Requirements Explained – Who’s Eligible & What You Need

Graduation’s done. Now the real admin starts. This guide breaks down the 485 visa requirements in plain English so you can apply with confidence.The 485 visa lets recent Australian graduates work in Australia for a limited time. To qualify, you’ll need to meet age, course-completion, English language, health, character, insurance and evidence requirements, with rules […]

Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA): A Complete Guide for Skilled Workers

Regional Australia has jobs that can’t stay vacant—aged care, hospitality, construction, agribusiness, resources, tech in certain hubs—the list goes on. Local hiring alone often can’t cover these gaps, so more employers are using Designated Area Migration Agreements (DAMAs) to bring in talent where it’s needed most. DAMAs give regional authorities a tailored way to sponsor […]

Understanding Labour Market Testing: Rules, Exemptions, and Process in Australia

Labour Market Testing Australia – Complete Guide Labour Market Testing in Australia – Complete Guide Before hiring a skilled worker from overseas, Australian employers often need to prove they’ve tried to recruit locally. This is where labour market testing comes in — a process that, if misunderstood, can derail your entire visa application. Why this […]

Understanding the Genuine Student Requirement – Sample Included

Quick update you should know: from 23 March 2024, the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) replaced the old GTE with the Genuine Student requirement (GS) for the Student visa (Subclass 500). The visa form now asks short GS questions, and each answer is capped at 150 words in English. Stepping Stones Career Solutions helps students […]

Engineers Australia Skill Assessment Fees, Timelines, Documents Checklist & Success Tips

Planning to start your engineering career in Australia? For most engineers, the very first gate you need to clear is the Engineers Australia (EA) migration skills assessment. It confirms that your education and experience meet Australian standards and is often required before you lodge skilled visas like Subclass 189, 190, and 491. Many applicants run […]